Assistant Professor of Accounting

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Accounting located in Philadelphia. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027.

Applicants should pursue research in Financial, Managerial, or Tax Accounting and demonstrate potential for high-quality research and teaching.

Qualifications

• PhD in accounting from an accredited institution by June 30, 2028 is acceptable.
• Demonstrated ability or potential for high quality research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Engage in original research across financial, managerial, or tax accounting.
• Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Contribute to service and collegial governance within the Wharton School.

Skills

Research ability

Teaching ability

Education

PhD in Accounting

Job description

Assistant Professor of Accounting

Location: Philadelphia

Open Date: Sep 17, 2026

Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Wharton School's Accounting Department is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as an Assistant Professor. Applicants should have interests in areas such as Financial, Managerial, and Tax Accounting. Demonstrated ability or potential for high quality research and teaching are important. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. (expected completion by June 30, 2028 is acceptable) from an accredited institution an outstanding research record or potential.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.